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I KEEP IT SHORT & SIMPLE.
Why?Almost half of American adults read below high school level. God looks at your heart, not your reading skills. Big faith can be built on simple words.
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Category Archives: other
Simple Phrases
Jesus had a way with words. Some of them have worked their way into the language of our culture. Good Samaritan (Luke 10:30-37 Turn the other cheek (Matthew 5:39) The extra mile (Matthew 5:41) Salt of the earth … Continue reading
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Simple Stories
Jesus: Master of the short story. We call them parables. Take the Parable of the Sower — read it for yourself in Matthew 13:3-9 — with the seeds on the path, on the rocks, among thorns and on … Continue reading
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Simple Prayer
“Teach us to pray,” they asked. Jesus answered, short and simple: Matthew 6:9-13 (NIV) Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us … Continue reading
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Simple Words
If you know me well, you know that I try to use simple words and short sentences. There are lots of Christian adults who struggle with reading. I want to make my message as easy to read as possible (like … Continue reading
Morning Prayer: Faith
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God Loves Righteousness and Justice
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Righteousness and Justice … and Prayer
Prayer — on the vertical and the horizontal. Our Father in heaven, forgive me my unrighteousness as I forgive injustices from others.
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The Cornerstone of Justice and Righteousness
This is how I visualize justice and righteousness. Justice (horizontal) is our relationship with the people around us. Righteousness (vertical) is our relationship with God. And Jesus is the cornerstone. Ephesians 2:20 (NLT) Together, we are his house, … Continue reading
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Morning Prayer: A Kinder Attitude
Good morning, Lord. You are all good, all just, all merciful, all loving. I am not. Help me become better, fairer, kinder and more loving. Chisel the hard edges off my personality. Shape my attitudes and actions to be more … Continue reading